Christopher&#x27;s Cafe

This is one of the best places I've been to in MA. The owner is incredible and hilarious. She…read morehandles everything and you get a homemade Italian meal (5 courses) for $35/person. She makes everything on the spot but will tailor it to your preferences/dietary restrictions. We got bruschetta, then meatballs, then a salad, then the eggplant rigatoni, and a delicious desert at the end. I can't rave enough about this place. It really shifts the traditional eating-out experience in a spontaneous and creative way.

Honestly can't believe this is a real restaurant. Wouldn't be surprised to see it on Kitchen…read moreNightmares with Gordon Ramsey. First red flag was our check-in host was also our waitress. But we didn't realize until later...she was also our chef, sou chef and prob dish washer! It's a one man show lol! The next weird thing was the menu. There was a "surprise" course where you don't know what you'll get. I'm adventurous so went with that. What I didn't know was it just means she'll throw together whatever is leftover in the pot from yesterday and heat it up for you. The food was 90% awful, not fresh, reheated leftovers. Then we were leaving, no desert thanks. She insisted we have desert, cannolis. We tho if he they were comp lol, but when the bill came...there is no bill! She just gives you the total lol. Pretty sure we paid for desert and the awful food. I don't know how this is an over 4 stars.

Molasses cake, cannoli, & ice cream

Vegan arrancini and caprese salad

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Avocado toast

Pomona Cafe & Wine Bar

3.9(36 reviews)

0.4 mi

We had an excellent dinner at Pomona Cafe this past week. The food set the tone, particularly the…read moreChicken Milanesa, Pollo y Limón and Chicken Violet. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully plated and full of flavor without trying too hard to impress. The room is just as appealing as the menu. Warm lighting, striking artwork and a polished atmosphere make it feel special without feeling stiff. Best of all, the noise level allows for actual conversation, a feature that can be cocktail. The cocktails did not disappoint. Service was equally strong. Our server was prompt, knowledgeable and attentive without hovering. He answered our questions clearly and offered recommendations that proved well worth taking. The owner also stopped by to ask about our experience, a thoughtful gesture that made the evening feel genuinely welcoming. Pomona Cafe is a terrific addition to Swampscott, and we'll gladly return. Highly recommend!

Tried this place two times, both times was really disappointed. Also while we were here we saw them…read moresetting up for a graduation part or event of some kind, during this process we saw either the owner or manager take a rag that one of the waiters was using to dry clean plates, she sprays it with cleaner, wipes down the tables and seats then after she was done we see her start to finish wiping the clean plates with the same rag... and of course since she did that the waiters continued to do so with the same rag after she started doing something else?!? Disgusting. Apart from this.. if you can get over that, the food was really meh for the $, the chicken was dry and hard to chew and it just seemed like something I could cook on my own at home and I'm not even very good at cooking. Also got an espresso which was acidic and 1/2 cold. (This we've tried twice and both times just as bad)

Beautiful place!

Ham and cheese quesadilla - very good!

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Outside view!

Lincoln's Landing

4.1(116 reviews)

0.5 mi

We've been here many many times for breakfast. We finally tried lunch! It's fabulous. Cheeseburger…read moreclub was awesome. Turkey club was phenomenal !! Never seen so much roasted turkey in a club sandwich before! It was lunch AND dinner! It's not deli turkey. True roasted turkey. Kudus to Erin and Julie. Love this place!

We recently spent several days in Swampscott on a family vacation. While out for a walk we noticed…read moreeveryone lined up for Lincoln's Landing. My parents absolutely love breakfast and we decided to give it a try. The Blueberry French toast was delicious. My dad had eggs and bacon and my mom had the pancakes. My father couldn't stop raving about the food. The staff were friendly and the restaurant is quaint. I would recommend this restaurant if you love breakfast.

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April's Pub & Grill

4.4(173 reviews)

1.0 mi

Always like going there Roger is a nice person. He's an excellent cook. Just tell him what you like…read moreand he'll cook it up for you. The coffee day is pretty good too. I like the atmosphere you can lounge and still enjoy your breakfast and time for your cell phone with your loved one.

This past weekend I decided to try out April's for brunch because a friend of a friend recommended…read moreit. I went and the place is small but cute. The host welcomed me right away while attending other guests. I waited for my table for about 15 minutes. Not too bad being that the place was packed! In the summertime they have an outside patio area which helps with the capacity of people. So I get seated. Looked at the menu which was nicely done. I ordered a tequila sunrise to get the day going (don't judge me! ) after about 5 minutes my drink was brought to me. With such great service I thought I was gonna be ok for an amazing brunch... I wasn't! ‍ I ordered the Boston Omelette (steak tips, onions, mushrooms, peppers, and cheese). The dish came with home fries and toast. I declined the toast because I always ordered a side of pancakes with banana, strawberries, and blueberries! Even though the place was packed. The kitchen was pumping out the orders! The food came within 10 minutes. The presentation looked delicious. But after the first bite of my omelette, I knew we had an issue. The steak (or lack there of!) had not seasoning or flavor to it. Nor did the home fries! Very basic! I had to put a lot of salt and pepper to try and enjoy either item... I didn't even finish the dish. I moved onto the pancakes because they looked delicious. Whomp whomp! Another let down! The only good thing about the meal was then tequila sunrise drink! Would've expected more from this place flavor wise!

French Toast (2 slices)

Veggie Omelet

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2 Two Eggs Combo plus 1 egg

Sweet Java

4.3(27 reviews)

1.8 mi

Sweet Java is a family-owned gem with such a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. You can immediately feel…read morethe difference from corporate coffee spots--the vibe is warm, inviting, and truly community-focused. The food is amazing, and the service is just as great. Everyone is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel right at home. Whether you're stopping in for a smoothie, coffee, or a quick bite to eat, there's something for everyone. If you're looking for a place that feels personal, comfortable, and consistently delivers great quality, I highly recommend Sweet Java!

I was there 7/28/26 in the afternoon. I took my 97 y.o. Mother out for coffee & muffin. We walked…read morein at 3:20- ALL food was packed up - NOTHING in the display case. When i asked what was available the attendant begrudgingly offered 3 muffin types that were left. We requested one & coffee. When we sat to eat & have conversation this same woman started banging and vacuuming under our feet. It was clear she didn't want us there. The one other customer there concurred and offered her horrendous customer service experience with this woman. What i was hoping would be a relaxing experience resulted in my forcing my mother to hurry up and finish so we could leave. Both myself and the other customer vowed NEVER to return!! I'm writing in the hopes the owner reads this. Whoever was working there yesterday is toxic for your lovely business!!!

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Acai bowl

Mission on the Bay

3.4(780 reviews)

0.4 mi

•$$$

Had an excellent lunch with very authentic and attentive service…read more Oysters, lobster rolls, fisherman's platter- all were awesome! View of Boston skyline was a nice bonus! *I've been previously and it was just ok- it was much improved this time.

Nice staff, nice views and decent food. Tucked away from the madding crowds of Boston etc the…read morerestaurant is a peaceful escape with views over the Nahant Bay. The upstairs venue was a lovely scene the night we ate at the restaurant, with music loud enough that it drowned out the ambiance downstairs. While the food was flavorful... wide and I both felt bloated and gassy for 18 hours...

Inside

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Wine and view.

Volo Craft Pizza

4.8(301 reviews)

0.5 mi

Just tried this on Saturday after moving to the area. Arguably one of my favorite pizzas I've had…read moresince moving to the Boston area. The sauce is perfect, and the crust is cooked to perfection. The owner Tony was really kind and made great recommendations. As for the spot itself it's right on the main drag with a great view of Boston, and awesome outdoor seating when it's warm out. On another note I'm surprised by the Portnoy Rating, I thought the pizza was far better than the score he gave. I'm looking forward to getting Volo again really soon!

(PIZZA SCORE) 4 OUT OF 10. This place was recommended to me…read morevia social media. Though, I was not really thrilled with the taste of it myself. It is very high quality. The pies looked great. Very unique flavor sauce. Great flavor in the crust that was my favorite part. High quality cheese being used here. It is a smaller place. It will probably be hit or miss for you. You will have to try it your self to see. A bit higher on the pricer side. Nice presentation. Will update if I try in the future. I doubt I will sample this one again

Small inside...but it is fine

Detroit style roni pizza

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Detroit style sausage/soppressata pizza

Plus Cafe

4.0(21 reviews)

4.2 mi

Had a breakfast sandwich, chicken noodle soup and coffee with a friend here. Food was fine, the…read morecoffee was good, service was solid. The space was a nice place to catch up and their regulars were very friendly. Grabbed some baklava cheesecake to go for my partner with a sweet tooth, which he enjoyed.

I would have given them a higher rating except that they were out of a lot of breakfast items. No…read moreGreek yogurt. No fresh fruit. So ended up with a cappuccino and that was all. My friend got a coffee and a muffin and let 1/2 of it go to waste. You can get a rewards card so after 10 punches you get a coffee. Perhaps at lunch it's very different. We sat by the window and chatted and that part was nice. We both went to Cornell and spotted someone with a Cornell T shirt so we all started talking -that part was very nice. I'll have to come back when they have more items to eat!

Plus cafe atmosphere

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Dockside Pub

4.1(80 reviews)

0.6 mi

Family-owned & operated

Kitchen open late

Last day of vacation and again just driving around seeing the sites. Susan was a great server!…read more Kept it simple today. I had the Nikki salad. Husband had the clam chowder and haddock sandwich with onion rings. The food was great and exactly what we were looking for. The clam chowder was one of my favorites from all we sampled this trip. The addition of dill put it over the top! Seems to be another hot spot in Swampscott. Very busy place and a lot of locals. Glad we found it!!

Excellent drinks. Ordered a manhattan and espresso and they were very good. Typical pub menu…read moreserving sandwiches, pasta dishes and entrees. Haddock sandwich was very good, fish tacos decent. Upcharge of $4 for what are standard sides (fries/onion rings). Spot is on the smaller side that has bar, indoor and outdoor seating. The space was always packed but moved through tables pretty quick. Service was friendly and quick. Street parking was not an issue.

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Chi Modern Asian Cuisine

3.8(106 reviews)

1.6 mi

Really good food (especially the ShushImi Deluxe). Good and…read morefriendly service in a warm and comfortable atmosphere.

i had a nice little meal on a wednesday evening at chi modern asian cuisine. a friend took me here,…read moreit's easy to miss in the plaza but worth trying! it's very spacious with comfortable, modern decor. alan & rachel provided excellent service all night til closing. i loved their sashimi which was fresh, their edamame was delicious + spicy, and their egg rolls were really good, slightly overcooked. the only thing i wasn't a fan of was their chicken lettuce wraps, they had ground chicken rather than pieces, but their menu is so big so i'll try something else next time. the best mistake ever was delicious, i had two! sashimi 8.5/10 edamame 10/10 egg rolls 8/10 chicken lettuce wraps 2/10 best mistake ever (drink) 10/10 green tea shots 10/10 overall they have so many options, it would be hard to not find something you like here! ambiance 4.5/5 food: 3.6/5 drinks: 5/5 service: 5/5 chi modern asian cuisine: 4.5/5

Spicy tuna rangoons

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Mike A.

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10 years ago

I have to say after reading some of these review I am speechless. I came here this past weekend, and everything the owner says it is, it is. Food is really good, my service not so much. I like the coffee station and it is apparent why they have it. I usually am all about the locally owned and operated places, but this guys likes to heckle people on yelp like he doesn't understand how the internet works. I am sure your business does well, but people have a right to their opinion. Sometimes people don't like the confrontation of speaking up to a manager, and if you are the one coming to the tables I can see why, very combative. Some people do not like to make it a big deal at the restaurant, but want future guests to know what their specific experience was. Like I stated, food was really good. Fresh juice, amazing. With so many options these days I like to know that I am giving the money to a good person(?). Although food is good, and they clearly have been in business for awhile, I question the commitment to quality guest service. Instead of arguing with people on yelp, maybe invite them back to share with them a real experience they will enjoy. read more

David S.

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14 years ago

Well Lise, as for dark and not clean looking I guess the 19000 Christmas light and tree are not to your liking. Nor are the poinsettias' and Fresh Green which adorn the windows, cases and the bathroom. As for my staff apparently you again are wrong It was a busy Saturday, and yes you might have to wait a bit but coffee is set up to help yourself and all I ask is leave the attitude at the door. As for your money keep it and your time is not welcome as you do not appreciate good food or a rustic contemporary atmosphere. I Like my customers and most understand yes this is a neighborhood spot to which all are welcome. But leave you tasteless, over rated flop thoughts at the door. Good food cooked fresh to order is prepared here perhaps IHOP is more your stile. I as an owner operator find the lame excuse for one yelp rating to show your stile and grace if you were that displeased surly you should have taken the time to let someone know but again as the two prior and non Yelp users have no decorum, or edict read more

Ana T.

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8 years ago

When I first moved to Lynn, I'd been living in Boston for 18yrs and knew the main spots I liked. I was looking to figure out the dining scene in Lynn when I happened upon Christopher's Cafe. The day I visited, David, the owner, greeted me with the warmest of smiles. The staff was so friendly. And I just felt at home. It's become my weekly brunch spot, and I look forward to the bottomless coffee and homely vibe this space has. Definitely highly recommended. read more

Jared G.

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11 years ago

So underrated!! Definitely come here and enjoy a delicious bite to eat. I came around 2 and ordered the Western omelette, and wow was it everything I could've ever asked for and more. The home fries were delicious and the omelette was cooked to perfection. Unlimited coffee bar, which looked interesting although I didn't get any. The pastries on display also looked delicious. If you're in the area come by for a nice brunch. Totally worth the stop-in! :-) read more

Michael R.

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6

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11 years ago

The breakfast that we had was well prepared. The homemade hash and home fries were excellent with strips of crisp corned beef. My only complaint was the service was friendly but so slow. Our breakfast took almost 1.5 hours and had to get up to get the bill from our waitress. If you have a lot of time to spare for breakfast you will be very satisfied with the quality. I hope the owner will work on this so that I can come back again. read more

Ryan J.

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11 years ago

This has become my go to place. Staff Is fun and friendly, and the food rocks! If you can get a stuffed burger here do so! They have one of the best burgers ever... But the last 2 weeks they have run out... Next week I am coming prepared.. I'll bring my own chop meat and ask them to cook it! I had to "settle" for some amazing homemade corned beef hash... Which was freakin awesome! read more

Jaynee S.

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14 years ago

You could tell a "new" cook was on today. Home fries were GREAT my sandwich wrap was a bit lacking....two lil pieces of mushroom and two chunks of sausage, and the cheddar cheese was just slapped on like an aftermath...not even melted....this is definately not the norm.....hopefully just a few kinks with the new cooks....but my side of bacon was perfect! read more

Denise S.

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14 years ago

A Diamond in the rough!! Need a GREAT breakfast place......look no further ....but do not limit yourself JUST to the breakfast!! Great lunch and a out of the world neighborhood dinner.....granted neighborhood dinner is only once a month you need to keep your eyes peeled for the notices...it tends to fill up fast!! Well worth it!! read more

Mari M.

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10

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12 years ago

I MISS THIS PLACE! This was my favorite local place until we moved last month.....and we will be back in town just to go for breakfast at Christophers! The coffee is always great, I would kill for their scones and their hash browns are wonderful. The special fresh juices are all yummy and healthy.....Yummmmm, just Yummmmm read more

Big Chef L.

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4

16 years ago

All you can drink coffee and kick-ass homefries make this dinghy bakery/breakfast joint a must for all you hungover booze hounds out there. Omelettes are enormous, same goes for pancakes! Eggs cooked to tempature and tasty baked goods. read more

Renee B.

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9

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13 years ago

Great breakfast! Fun place to go to on the weekends and they have nice sweets! The beach is a block away so you can always go burn off those eggs Benedict afterwards! The owner is very nice as well! great place! read more

John H.

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6

7

2 years ago

They're okay but one of the owners is not a good person. I only stop their while I'm waiting for the bus. read more

Alan M.

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5

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17 years ago

Great food. I love it!

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